Agricultural Equipment Operators

H2ajobs; Holtville (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meal provisions

Job summary

H2ajobs in California seeks agricultural workers to load/unload crops and operate machinery on a working farm environment. You will haul supplies, document activities, and assist with shipment preparation, performing duties under a broad SOC code.

Outdoor work in varied weather is expected, with emphasis on safety and efficiency. Candidates must have at least 2 months of relevant experience and a valid Class C driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2 months experience in similar agricultural tasks.
• Ability to drive and operate basic farm equipment.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload crops or containers of materials.
• Load agricultural products for shipment.
• Drive and operate equipment used in agricultural production.
• Haul crops or supplies as needed.
• Document/record information related to the work.

Skills

Class C driver's license

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Job description

Workers will work with vegetable crops including lettuce, spinach, and onions. Workers will: load and unload crops or containers of materials; load agricultural products for shipment; drive and control equipment to support agricultural activities; haul crops or supplies; operate or tend equipment used in agricultural production; observe and service farm equipment; document/record information related to the work; and any and all other tasks or activities within the scope of SOC Code 45-2091. Workers will only drive vehicles and equipment qualifying under the agricultural exemption; no CDL or English proficiency is required. Ability and licensure (at least a Class C license) to drive is required. Related duties may be assigned. Work is performed outdoors in highly varied weather conditions. Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds is required. Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and kneeling is required. Frequent turning, pushing, and pulling is required. Operating agricultural vehicles or equipment for substantial time periods (up to a full shift) is required. Dexterity to use and manipulate agricultural equipment is required. Vision, focus, and cognitive ability to accomplish the functions above is required.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Workers living in housing units with cooking and kitchen facilities may prepare their own meals. The employer will ensure weekly transportation to a nearby store where these workers can purchase groceries.

Transport: Please see Addendum C.

Experience wanted: 2 months

Workers must have 60 days verifiable experience performing the job duties under Section A(8)(a). Work schedules may be subject to change where weather, crops, or business needs demand. Work schedules, crew assignments, and assigned work tasks are ultimately at the sole discretion of the employer. For purposes of meeting the guarantee, workers will not be required to work more than the number of hours specified in this job order or on their Sabbath or Federal holidays. Workers must comply with the employers work rules and housing rules, which are set forth in full in this job order. Workers must comply with the employers personnel policies, including but not limited to its policies regarding safety, harassment/discrimination, abusive conduct, and drugs and alcohol. Workers must follow all reasonable and lawful instructions and directives. The employer reserves all management prerogatives not inconsistent with applicable law.